Leica Q2vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Travel, Documentary — Leica Q2 (2019): The most capable fixed-lens full-frame camera at its launch. Leica quality without compromise.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
Leica Q2 (2019)
- Street and travel photographers who want full-frame quality in a compact form
- Photographers who prefer one lens and no system complexity
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £699 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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